Lecturer in Public Health

University of Salford - Directorate of Allied and Public Health

Opportunity Overview
The post-holder will work in our public health team in the Directorate of Allied and Public Health in the School of health and Society. As the first University in the country to develop the Public Health Practitioner degree apprenticeship we are now looking to expand our team. The post holder should have the ability to teach across both the degree apprenticeship and post graduate courses. The post holder should also have the ability to take on a leadership role e.g., programme lead, supporting curriculum development, student recruitment and engage with the wider academic team.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 12th March 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a range of teaching materials and modules, as well as setting, marking and assessing work.
• Have the ability to take on a leadership role within the team e.g., drive forward and lead one of the Public Health courses, recruitment and ensure excellent student experience.
• Ability to supervise student projects, including, where appropriate, PGT, field trips and placements.
• Extend, transform and apply knowledge acquired from scholarship to learning, research and where appropriate external activities.
• Promote equality and diversity for students and staff and sustain an inclusive and supportive study and work environment in accordance with university policy.

About the School of Health and Society
With over 8,000 students we are the largest School at the University, with colleagues and students from all over the world. We are a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact.

We offer programmes across a range of subject areas including counselling, nursing and midwifery, allied and public health, psychology, sociology, social work and social policy, policing and criminology, and sport.

Through our interdisciplinary research network and three research centres, we focus on improving health, social and individual outcomes.

We are part of the global healthcare community and collaboration is at the heart of what we do, working with a wide range of industry partners locally, regionally and globally.

By joining us, you will become part of a wide network of professionals, sharing knowledge and expertise. Like us, you will be passionate and committed and will be part of our ambitious journey, to shape the health professionals, community and social leaders of the future.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme.
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance.
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives.
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.
• Wellbeing support- all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships.

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